The cheapest and fastest buses from George Town to Shah Alam
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
5 h 4 m
Average duration
5 h 4 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
291 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from George Town to Shah Alam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from George Town to Shah Alam will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 1 buses that leave George Town for Shah Alam on Sat, Mar 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 291 km distance in an average of 5 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 4 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest buses will take 5 h 4 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for George Town to Shah Alam
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from George Town to Shah Alam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $15.
Distance: 180 miles (291 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
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$12 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price |
5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
George Town to Shah Alam bus times
The table below shows live departures for George Town to Shah Alam buses for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:15 AM George Town | 5h04 | 9:19 AM Shah Alam | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from George Town to Shah Alam
Buses from George Town to Shah Alam run on average 29 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 29 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 180 miles (291 km) distance in 5h 4m.
Distance 180 miles (291 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 29 |
Direct buses 29 |
Fastest bus 5h 4m |
First bus 08:00 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest month Oct |
Cheapest day Tue |
High season Apr - Jun |
Low season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Billion Stars Express from George Town to Shah AlamYou can travel by bus between George Town to Shah Alam with Billion Stars Express for as low as $11 (€9). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from George Town to Shah Alam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from George Town to Shah Alam by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Shah Alam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from George Town to Shah Alam
- 07:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in KOMTAR complex
- Available at KOMTAR complex parking lots
- Food court and various eateries in KOMTAR complex
- Available at designated taxi stands outside KOMTAR
- Wheelchair accessible, elevators available
- Public toilets available in terminal
- Bus: Rapid Penang buses, CAT Free Shuttle
- Local bus services to all parts of Penang Island
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available at terminal premises
- Food court and small eateries available
- Available at designated taxi stands
- Wheelchair ramps and accessible facilities
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Smart Selangor, Rapid KL, Causeway Link
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